Regattas
What Is A Regatta?
A regatta is a boat race, more typically a series of boat races, along with the accompanying events. Regattas usually involve either rowing or sailing, although some with powered boats have been gaining popularity, and they are governed by formal rules which are based in centuries of tradition. Residents of regions where boat races are held like attending regattas because they offer an opportunity to see a wide range of ships, and to socialize with sailors and other members of the community. Historically, a regatta was also a place to see and be seen for members of high society.
Humans have enjoyed racing each other with whatever craft they can find for centuries, and boat racing is an ancient tradition, as numerous works of art from ancient times indicate. A regatta classically begins with a procession of boats flying their signal flags, followed by a series of races in which boats are grouped by class. The winners receive cups, cash prizes, wreaths, and accolades from the crowd, with members of the crowd watching from stands along the shoreline or from other boats.
A regatta is a boat race, more typically a series of boat races, along with the accompanying events. Regattas usually involve either rowing or sailing, although some with powered boats have been gaining popularity, and they are governed by formal rules which are based in centuries of tradition. Residents of regions where boat races are held like attending regattas because they offer an opportunity to see a wide range of ships, and to socialize with sailors and other members of the community. Historically, a regatta was also a place to see and be seen for members of high society.
Humans have enjoyed racing each other with whatever craft they can find for centuries, and boat racing is an ancient tradition, as numerous works of art from ancient times indicate. A regatta classically begins with a procession of boats flying their signal flags, followed by a series of races in which boats are grouped by class. The winners receive cups, cash prizes, wreaths, and accolades from the crowd, with members of the crowd watching from stands along the shoreline or from other boats.
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YBYC Sponsored RegattasClick on the links below to find out the details on this years YBYC Sponsored regattas!
YBYC Spring RegattaBridge to Bridge
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